Martha Paul

Most girls dream about their wedding day from an early age. They have an idea of what they would like to wear, what color theme they would prefer and in some instances even have a bridegroom earmarked. On one thing they all agree. It must be the best wedding reception ever.

Essential ingredients to having an amazing wedding function are planning and consistent checking on progress. Checklists are essential. No detail is too small to notarize to ensure success. Even when hiring a party planner a bride still needs to make important decisions and do regular progress checks.

The actual reception is an event where a bride is offered the opportunity to show off her own style and event decor capabilities. With the assistance of numerous reality TV programs, the many magazines for brides available nowadays and online sites catering for weddings a bride has a wide spectrum to select from. To create an event that will have everyone talking is what most people strive for.

Every surface in the reception area can be decorated. Whether it is a marquee or an indoor venue the ceiling, walls and floor can all be transformed and enhanced. Fairy lights, organza, special tube lighting, hanging lights and floral balls are all great for decorating the ceiling. However before any items are purchased the bride needs to have a clear picture of what she wants and whether it will be a themed affair.

An all time favorite for a wedding is a white and black combination. Even the guests can be asked to dress in those colors to add to the overall effect. Crisp table linen, guest favors, cutlery, crockery and glassware in these two colors allow for the creation of exceptional tables. A rich Baroque look combining jewel colors of purples, oranges and blues can make for a breathtaking decorated room.

Sparkling silver and twinkling crystals together with flickering candlelight create an atmosphere and appearance that is hard to beat. Not only can the entire table be decorated in this manner but beautiful overhanging table decorations can be created using crystal drop beads, silver and glass.

To make the entire event talked about people should ensure that the chosen theme and color scheme is established with the invitation and carried through all printed items and decorations. Style and originality are an unbeatable combination to create the best wedding reception ever. It is always wiser to be a trend setter rather than copy what has been done before. Chic stylishness is the name of the game to creating a great event.